Imagine spending your summer in paradise, surrounded by dancers from nearly 25 different countries and getting individual training from the industry’s top choreographers. This is what World Dance Movement strives to bring to dancers all over the world. This summer, a brand new International Dance Competition will enhance their signature event, in Castellana Grotte (BA), Italy, one of the most beautiful towns in Apulia!

World Dance Movement began with an idea to give dancers around the world a forum through which they can learn from and inspire each other both artistically and culturally. World Dance Movement – The International Workshop – builds connections between dance and diverse cultures that inspire and transform dancers around the world. Our focus is to present dancers with an opportunity where they receive one-on-one training and attention in a noncompetitive atmosphere. The curriculum challenges dancers of all levels through a comprehensive study-vacation model.

Desmond Richardson & Francesca Dario – WDM Italy Gala Performance

“I wanted to bring together all the dancers and cultures I had worked with all over the world under one umbrella,” said Michèle Assaf, Founder and Artistic Director – World Dance Movement. “I was so inspired when I traveled to different countries and was able to see the way dancers trained, the class etiquette, the passion each one had. The idea to create World Dance Movement was to allow them all to share their artistry with each other.”

“’World Dance Movement’ is just that, master teachers and dancers from all over the world, uniting through dance and collectively learning from one another. It is an experience not to be missed, an opportunity to get out of your comfort zone and learn about different cultures and investing oneself for ultimate growth,” saysDesmond Richardson, Co-Founder/Artistic Director of Complexions Ballet & WDM faculty member

“Forget the super-crowded hotel-based conventions and come to World Dance Movement,” says Belinda Wagner, WDM Parent. “Super fabulous dancing, fun socializing with dancers and choreographers from all over the world, scenic towns and beaches, and of course… gelati and other delicious delicacies at the signature event in Italy!”

Registration for 2013 World Dance Movement Italy is open now at www.WDMItaly.com. Next year’s events include WDM Spain (April 13-18, 2014), WDM Switzerland (April 22-27, 2014) and WDM Italy (July 6-27, 2014). Other beautiful national and international locations will be announced in the near future. Stay tuned for more information.

About World Dance Movement

World Dance Movement – The International Workshop – builds connections between dance and diverse cultures that inspire and transform dancers around the world. Our focus is to present dancers with an opportunity where they receive one-on-one training and attention in a noncompetitive atmosphere. The curriculum challenges dancers of all levels through a comprehensive study-vacation model.